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Common Names
- Juruaensis Dieffenbachia
- Dieffenbachia of Juruaensis
- Juruaensis' Dieffenbachia
Description
Dieffenbachia juruaensis (also called Juruá Dieffenbachia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araceae. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in the Atlantic Forest. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Dieffenbachia juruaensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dieffenbachia juruaensis are white and have three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dieffenbachia juruaensis is a tropical evergreen perennial that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
Where to Find Dieffenbachia juruaensis
Dieffenbachia juruaensis can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Dieffenbachia juruaensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dieffenbachia juruaensis?
Dieffenbachia juruaensis
What is the common name of Dieffenbachia juruaensis?
Jurua Dieffenbachia
What is the natural habitat of Dieffenbachia juruaensis?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Dieffenbachia genus
Dieffenbachia burgeri,
Dieffenbachia copensis,
Dieffenbachia crebripistillata,
Dieffenbachia davidsei,
Dieffenbachia fortunensis,
Dieffenbachia fosteri,
Dieffenbachia galdamesiae,
Dieffenbachia horichii,
Dieffenbachia isthmia,
Dieffenbachia killipii,
Dieffenbachia lutheri,
Dieffenbachia nitidipetiolata,
Dieffenbachia obscurinervia,
Dieffenbachia panamensis,
Dieffenbachia standleyi,
Dieffenbachia williamsii,
Dieffenbachia wurdackii,
Dieffenbachia aglaonematifolia,
Dieffenbachia antioquensis,
Dieffenbachia aurantiaca,
Dieffenbachia bechiana,
Dieffenbachia bowmannii,
Dieffenbachia brittonii,
Dieffenbachia cannifolia,
Dieffenbachia concinna,
Dieffenbachia cordata,
Dieffenbachia costata,
Dieffenbachia daguensis,
Dieffenbachia duidae,
Dieffenbachia elegans,
Dieffenbachia enderi,
Dieffenbachia fournieri,
Dieffenbachia gracilis,
Dieffenbachia grayumiana,
Dieffenbachia hammelii,
Dieffenbachia herthae,
Dieffenbachia humilis,
Dieffenbachia imperialis,
Dieffenbachia lancifolia,
Dieffenbachia leopoldii,
Dieffenbachia longispatha,
Dieffenbachia macrophylla,
Dieffenbachia meleagris,
Dieffenbachia obliqua,
Dieffenbachia oerstedtii,
Dieffenbachia olbia,
Dieffenbachia paludicola,
Dieffenbachia parlatorei,
Dieffenbachia parvifolia,
Dieffenbachia pittieri,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus,
Adelonema allenii,
Adelonema crinipes,
Adelonema hammelii,
Adelonema kvistii,
Adelonema mofflerianum,
Adelonema orientale,
Adelonema pallidinervium,
Adelonema panamense,
Adelonema peltatum,
Adelonema picturatum,
Adelonema roezlii,
Adelonema speariae,
Adelonema wallisii,
Adelonema wendlandii,
Adelonema yanamonoense,
Aglaodorum griffithii,
Aglaonema brevispathum,
Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae,
Aglaonema cochinchinense,
Aglaonema commutatum,
Aglaonema cordifolium,
Aglaonema costatum,
Aglaonema densinervium,
Aglaonema flemingianum,
Aglaonema hookerianum,
Aglaonema marantifolium,
Aglaonema modestum,
Aglaonema nebulosum,
Aglaonema nitidum,
Aglaonema ovatum,
Aglaonema philippinense,
Aglaonema pictum,
Aglaonema pumilum,
Aglaonema rotunda,
Aglaonema simplex,
Aglaonema tricolor,
Aglaonema vittatum,
Aglaonema robeleynii,
Aglaonema birmanicum,
Aglaonema nicobaricum,
Aglaonema tassae,
Alloschemone inopinata,
Alloschemone occidentalis,
Alocasia megawatiae,
Alocasia chaii,
Alocasia infernalis,
Alocasia nycteris,
Alocasia hypoleuca,
Alocasia jiewhoei,